Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 public meetings in 2021
40 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a closed-session governing board meeting for a student discipline hearing. The board will discuss confidential records under ARS 38-431.03(a)(2) and then adjourn. No public action is expected.
- Closed session under ARS 38-431.03(a)(2) for confidential records
- Student discipline hearing at 4:00 PM at 1 N. Willard St., Cottonwood, AZ
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a closed-session student discipline hearing, not a regular board meeting. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, discussion of confidential records under ARS 38-431.03(a)(2), and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are listed.
- Closed session for student discipline hearing
- Discussion of confidential records per ARS 38-431.03(a)(2)
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a closed-session agenda for a student discipline hearing. The governing board will discuss confidential records under state law and then adjourn. No public decisions or actions are listed.
- Closed session under ARS 38-431.03(A)(2) for confidential records
- Student discipline hearing at 8:00 AM
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular action meeting. The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board may have a quorum present at the ASBA/ASA Annual Conference on December 16-17, 2021, in Phoenix. No action will be taken at the conference, though the board delegate will participate in the election of the Yavapai County Officer.
- Notice of possible quorum at ASBA/ASA Annual Conference, Dec 16-17, 2021
- Conference location: JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort, 5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ
- Board delegate to participate in election of Yavapai County Officer
- No action will be taken at the conference
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on December 7, 2021, at 6 PM. The board will consider consent agenda items including approval of vouchers, monthly financials, and several out-of-state student and staff trips. They will also discuss and possibly act on revisions to Budget #1, and receive reports on COVID-19 numbers, legislative issues, and campus activities.
- Approval of Budget #1 revisions
- Approval of out-of-state travel for students and staff to California, Washington DC, Palm Springs, New Orleans, and Nashville
- Approval of payroll vouchers 9-10 and expense vouchers 2117-2121
- Approval of TIPS Membership Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
- Discussion of current COVID-19 numbers in the community
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a notice of possible quorum for the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board, not a regular action meeting. The board may be present at several school holiday performances and parades in December 2021, but no official action will be taken. The agenda is purely informational and procedural.
- Dec 2: DDB Kindergarten Little Drums at 1500 S. Monte Tesoro Drive, Cottonwood
- Dec 9: DDB Band and Choir at 1500 S. Monte Tesoro Drive, Cottonwood
- Dec 8: MVP Holiday Choir at 2939 E. Del Rio Drive, Cottonwood
- Dec 14: OCS Holiday Parade at 11490 E. Purple Sage Drive, Cornville
- Dec 14: CCS Holiday Performance at 500 E. Mingus Ave, Cottonwood
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a notice of a special activity, not a regular decision-making meeting. The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board may have a quorum present during a filming session with the Arizona School Board Association (ASBA) at the district office. No official action will be taken at this event. The agenda also notes that the election of the Yavapai County Officer will occur through the board's delegate.
- Special project filming with ASBA at COCSD District Office, 1 N. Willard St., Cottonwood, AZ, 2:30-3:30 PM
- Quorum may be present; no action will be taken
- Election of Yavapai County Officer via board delegate
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on November 2, 2021, at 6 PM. The agenda includes approval of a consent agenda with routine items like minutes, vouchers, and financial reports, plus information items on COVID-19 numbers, legislative issues, and grant presentations. The board will also discuss a potential state spending limit issue affecting school budgets.
- Approval of payroll vouchers 7-8 & Special Pay 10 and expense vouchers 2013-16 for 2021-22 SY
- Approval of out-of-state field trip for 7th/8th graders to California, May 9-11, 2022
- Information on legislative issues including open enrollment guidance and school expenditure limits
- Approval of General Statement of Assurances for teacher evaluation, appointing Tammy Janssen as designee
- Approval of monthly financials and student activity report
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Budget Committee is meeting to review budget guidelines and discuss health insurance benefits. The committee will also consider a proposal to eliminate annual PTO buyback to fund district insurance premiums.
- Information on Budget Committee Guidelines by Dr. Schumacher
- Discussion on Health Insurance Benefit with provider Kairos
- Review of Health Insurance Premium Comparison
- Proposal to eliminate annual PTO buyback to apply funds toward insurance premiums
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board is meeting virtually for the ASBA Yavapai County Meeting. The agenda is primarily a notice of possible quorum, with no action to be taken by the board. The meeting includes an information item and welcome by ASBA officials.
- Notice of possible quorum at ASBA Yavapai County Meeting
- Election of Yavapai County Officer via board delegate
- Virtual meeting via Zoom, Oct 19, 2021, 5 PM
- Information item: Welcome and meeting overview by ASBA County Director and Steven Chapman
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting and public hearing. The board will hear public comment and discuss the implementation of the district's instructional time model and proposed revisions to the health education curriculum developed with Yavapai County. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion only.
- Public hearing on implementation of COCSD Instructional Time Model
- Public hearing on revisions to Health Education Curriculum in partnership with Yavapai County
- Call to the public for comments on non-agenda items
- Meeting held at district office gym, 1 N. Willard Street, Cottonwood
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting on October 5, 2021, at 6 PM. The board will consider approving the COCSD Instructional Time Model, adopting revised health education curricula (Making a Difference and Making Proud Choices) in partnership with Yavapai County, and approving several consent agenda items including vouchers, financial reports, and emergency procurements. The meeting also includes information and discussion on COVID-19 numbers, student attendance trends, and legislative issues.
- Approve implementation of COCSD Instructional Time Model
- Adopt Making a Difference and Making Proud Choices health education curricula and submit Certification of Compliance to AZ Department of Education
- Approve emergency procurement for irrigation line repair (over $10,000) and speech therapy services from Integrative Speech and Language
- Approve standard food service agreement to provide food service to NACOG Head Start
- Approve payroll vouchers 5-6 and expense vouchers 2108-12 for 2021-2022 school year
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a notice of a special activity, not a regular business meeting. The governing board may be present at a student debate in Mr. Andre's classroom, but no board action will be taken. The agenda contains only this procedural notice.
- Student debate at Mr. Andre's classroom, Cottonwood Education Services Campus, 301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood, AZ
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting and public hearing to discuss and receive comment on the implementation of the district's instructional time model and on revisions to the health education curriculum developed with Yavapai County. The board will also consider approving a revised support staff wage determination chart as part of the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on COCSD Instructional Time Model implementation
- Public hearing on health education curriculum revisions with Yavapai County
- Approval of revised support staff wage determination chart (consent agenda)
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals like minutes, vouchers, and financial reports. The board will also receive informational updates on COVID-19 community numbers, student enrollment for the 2021-22 school year, and legislative issues, including a discussion of mask mandates and Proposition 208. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and recognition of staff service.
- Approval of payroll vouchers 3 & 4 and expense vouchers 2074-75 (2021) and 2103-07 (2022)
- Approval of early admittance to kindergarten for recommended students
- Approval of revisions to COCSD/Yavapai County IGA for School Resource Officer at Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary, with reimbursement of $97,974.28
- Discussion on current COVID-19 numbers and student enrollment/attendance for 2021-22 SY
- Legislative update on mask mandates, Proposition 208 ruling, and vaccine requirements
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board held a study session to discuss revisions to the health education curriculum. The discussion involves a partnership with Yavapai County and will be presented by Stephanie Grant and Laurel Abdelnour.
- Discussion on Revisions to Health Education Curriculum in Partnership with Yavapai County
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board met to adopt new science and social studies curricula for grades 6-8. The Board also approved a one-time COVID-19 recovery stipend for certain support staff and a $0.60 per hour pay increase for all hourly support staff positions.
- Adoption of Elevate Science and myWorld Social Studies curriculum by Savvas for 6th-8th grade
- Approval of one-time ESSER COVID-19 recovery stipends up to $1,200 for eligible support staff
- Approval of a $0.60 per hour pay increase for all hourly support staff positions
- Approval of 2021-22 SY COCSD Student Handbook
- Approval of payroll vouchers 1 & 2 and expense vouchers 2072, 2073, 2101, and 2102
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular decision-making meeting. The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board may be present at staff welcome-back events held at several schools on August 2-3, 2021. No official action will be taken at these events.
- Staff welcome-back events at Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary, Mountain View Preparatory, Cottonwood Education Services Campus, Oak Creek Elementary, and Cottonwood Community School
- Notice of possible quorum under A.R.S. 38-431.02
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board held a public budget hearing followed by a special meeting to consider adopting the proposed 2021-22 fiscal year budget. After the hearing, the board voted unanimously to adopt the budget as recommended by administration.
- Public hearing held on proposed 2021-22 FY budget
- Board adopted the proposed 2021-22 SY budget
- Motion by Mary Valenzuela, second by Neil Manzenberger
- Unanimous vote: Valenzuela, Marcus, Manzenberger, Bejarano, Rollins
- Meeting accessible via Zoom and phone
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on July 6, 2021, to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of vouchers, financial reports, and contracts. The most consequential item is a discussion and possible action to approve the board's 'FOR' argument for the November 2021 override election, which was ultimately approved with amendments. The board will also hear reports on COVID-19 numbers, legislative issues, and summer programs.
- Approval of 'FOR' argument for November 2021 override election
- Adoption of revised 2021-22 school year calendar adding Juneteenth holiday on June 20, 2022
- Approval of payroll vouchers 24-27 and expense vouchers 2065-2071
- Approval of Yavapai County ESA substitute consolidation services agreement
- Approval of Greater Phoenix Educational Management Council agreement
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District governing board met in a special session to approve the proposed 2021-22 budget and authorize stipend payments. The board also approved contracts for psychologist and speech services, and voted to adopt a statement of charges for a certified teacher leading to a notice of intention to dismiss.
- Approved proposed 2021-22 budget
- Approved RFP awards for psychologist services (Therapy Travelers, ProCare) and speech services (ACP, Procare)
- Authorized stipend payments for 2020-21 school year
- Adopted statement of charges for a certified teacher and issued notice of intention to dismiss
- Held executive session for personnel matters
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss revisions to the district's COVID-19 mitigation plan, presented by Superintendent King. No votes are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only, followed by adjournment. Masks and social distancing are required at the meeting.
- Discussion of revisions to COVID-19 mitigation plan (25 minutes)
- Meeting held at District Office Gym, 1 North Willard Street, Cottonwood, AZ
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, hear reports, and take action on several items. Key actions include approving a revised COVID-19 mitigation plan, expanding Bridgeway services to high school students, and naming the new high school program 'Verde Tech'. The board also approved performance pay plans for teachers and support staff.
- Approved revised COVID-19 mitigation plan (Phase II)
- Expanded Bridgeway services to high school students
- Named new high school program 'Verde Tech'
- Approved 301 performance pay for teachers (2020-21 and 2021-22 plans)
- Approved additional support staff eligible for CSF performance pay
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District governing board is meeting in a closed session to conduct a student discipline hearing. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of confidential records under state law, and adjournment. No public action or decision is listed.
- Closed session under ARS 38-431.03(a)(2) for confidential records
- Student discipline hearing at 8:30 AM at 1 N. Willard St., Cottonwood, AZ
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board is meeting to receive information only about campus-level end-of-year promotions and celebrations. No action will be taken at these events. The agenda lists specific dates and locations for each school's ceremonies.
- Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary School: Kinder Celebration May 25 10AM, 8th Grade Promotion May 25 5PM at 1500 S. Monte Tesoro Drive
- Oak Creek Elementary School: Preschool Promotion May 21 6PM, Kindergarten Promotion May 25 5:30PM, 8th Grade Promotion May 24 6:30PM
- Cottonwood Community School: Kinder Celebration May 20 10AM, 8th Grade May 20 6PM
- Mountain View Preparatory School at Tavasci: 8th Grade May 24 5PM
- All staff End of Year Celebration May 26 Noon at CCS Field
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 Governing Board is attending a Mountain Bike Track Dedication Ceremony at Mountain View Preparatory School. This is an informational gathering only; no action will be taken at this event.
- Mountain Bike Track Dedication Ceremony at Mountain View Preparatory School
- Event location: 2939 E. Del Rio Drive, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
- No action will be taken at this gathering
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Governing Board met to approve several financial and administrative items, including the 2020-21 Revised Budget #2. The board also reviewed summer school programs, campus reports, and a $20,425 emergency procurement for ABA specialist services.
- Approval of Revised Budget #2 for the 2020-21 school year
- Emergency procurement of ABA Specialist services from Behavioral Consultation Services, Inc. for $20,425
- Approval of School Resource Officer Intergovernmental Agreement with Yavapai County Sheriff's Office
- Review of summer math camps and summer school program schedules and menus
- Approval of payroll vouchers 201 and 21 and expense vouchers 2053-54 and 2059
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss a possible override election. The agenda includes a presentation by Paul Ulan of Primary Consultants and a recommendation from the Superintendent's Override Committee. No formal action is scheduled beyond adjournment.
- Discussion on possible override election with presentation by Paul Ulan (Primary Consultants)
- Recommendation from Superintendent's Override Committee
- Review of Yavapai County Override Election Timelines (Exhibit A)
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Budget Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a longevity benefit for staff, high qualified support staff positions, and the future schedule of the committee. The meeting includes a budget presentation and will adjourn after the discussions.
- Discussion and possible action on longevity benefit
- Discussion on high qualified support staff positions
- Discussion on future budget committee schedule
- Budget presentation exhibit
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Budget Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several budget items for FY22, including unallocated funds, cost of living adjustments, highly qualified support staff, and a longevity benefit policy. The meeting includes informational presentations and a possible action on the longevity benefit.
- Discussion on unallocated funds by Mr. Snyder
- Discussion on cost of living adjustment for FY22
- Discussion on highly qualified support staff
- Possible action on longevity benefit policy
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Budget Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a longevity benefit policy, receive information on ESSER funding, FY 22 funding, and health insurance changes for the 2021-22 school year. The meeting includes a call to order and adjournment.
- Discussion and possible action on longevity benefit policy
- Information on ESSER funding
- Information on FY 22 funding
- Health insurance changes for 2021-22 school year with rate sheets
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting, covering consent agenda approvals (minutes, vouchers, financials), an audit review for FY 2019-20, presentations from Yavapai County Education Foundation grant recipients, and reports from the superintendent and principals. The board will also discuss COVID-19 numbers and student assessment data.
- Approval of payroll vouchers 17-19 and expense voucher 2053
- Approval of expense vouchers 2046 and 2052
- Review of 2019-20 audit by Bill Dobridge and Company PC
- Approval of ESI staffing agreement for 2021-22 SY
- Approval of designated hearing officers for 2021-22 SY
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss benchmark assessment data presented by Superintendent King. The meeting includes a 30-minute information and discussion item, followed by adjournment. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of benchmark assessment data by Superintendent King (30 minutes)
- PowerPoint presentation on assessment data attached
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Budget Committee is meeting to elect a co-chair for 2021, review goals for the 2021 school year, and receive an overview of the FY21 budget. They will also discuss the longevity benefit. The meeting is largely informational, with action items limited to the co-chair election and adjournment.
- Election of a co-chair for 2021
- Review of Business Services Director budget committee goals for 2021 SY
- Overview of the 2021 budget
- Discussion on longevity benefit
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a study session to discuss COVID-19 student academic recovery services, including summer school interventions and enrichment opportunities. The board will receive a presentation and discuss options, but no formal decisions are scheduled. The meeting is limited to fewer than 50 attendees with masks and social distancing required.
- Discussion of COVID-19 student academic recovery services
- Summer school interventions and enrichment opportunities
- Presentation: COCSD Summer Learning 2021 (22,801 KB)
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting, covering consent agenda approvals, COVID-19 academic recovery and summer school plans, current community COVID-19 numbers, and a possible vote on the 2021-22 academic calendar. The board will also consider approving out-of-state travel for administrators and receive reports on tax credits and campus activities.
- Discussion on COVID-19 student academic recovery services including summer school interventions and enrichment
- Possible approval of the 2021-22 academic calendar
- Approval of out-of-state travel to Walnut Creek Elementary School in Austin, TX for Superintendent King, Dr. Rankin, and Dr. Alley (funded by TIPP grant)
- Approval of expense vouchers 2040 and 2043
- Annual tax credit report: $90,219 received in 2020, down from $126,461 in 2019
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District governing board is meeting in executive session for a student discipline hearing. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of confidential records under state law, and adjournment. No public action or decisions are listed; the session is closed and procedural in nature.
- Executive session for student discipline hearing
- Discussion of confidential records per ARS 38-431.03(a)(2)
- Hearing officer Mr. Danny Brown to call meeting to order
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals like minutes, vouchers, and financial reports. The main discussion items include a COVID-19 update on vaccinations and second-dose scheduling, as well as instructional delivery models. The board will also hear campus reports and legislative updates.
- COVID-19 update and vaccination schedule discussion
- Approval of payroll voucher 14 and expense vouchers 2036-39
- Approval of gifted program (ALPS) scope and sequence
- Approval of conflict of interest waiver with Yavapai County for E-Rate and services
- Approval of monthly financials and student activity report
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the surge of COVID-19 cases in the community, staffing patterns, and vaccination updates, with possible direction to the superintendent on next steps for returning to in-person instruction. The board will also consider approving the teacher evaluation system assurance for FY 2021-2022. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to pandemic restrictions, with public participation limited to ten people.
- Review of COVID-19 surge, staffing patterns, vaccination update, and possible action on return to in-person instruction
- Approval of Department of Education Statement of Assurance Teacher Evaluation System (FY 2021-2022) ARS 15-952.A & ARS 15-537
- Call to the Public: 3 minutes per person, form BEDH-E required, email Tricia Winters before 6PM
- Meeting held via Zoom due to CDC gathering limit of 10 people
REGULAR GOVERNING BOARD MEETING
The Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Governing Board will hold a study session and regular meeting, with a key item being discussion and possible action on the recent surge of COVID-19 cases and direction to the superintendent on the next phase of instruction delivery models. The board will also swear in newly elected members, approve routine consent items, and hear reports from the superintendent and campus principals.
- Discussion and possible action on COVID-19 case surge and instruction delivery models
- Swearing in of board members Mindy Bejarano, Janice Rollins, and Mary Valenzuela
- Approval of Mountain View Preparatory Bike Trails Contract
- Approval of payroll vouchers 8-13 and expense vouchers 2030-35
- Information on Yavapai County Education Foundation Grant Awards totaling $7,032